Paris Paralympics 2024: World Records That Were Broken
An Overview
The 2024 Paris Paralympics witnessed the shattering of numerous world records, demonstrating the extraordinary abilities and determination of Paralympic athletes. From swimming to track and field, athletes from across the globe pushed the boundaries of human performance.
Swimming
- Women's 100m Freestyle S10: Italy's Giulia Terzi claimed the gold medal with a world record time of 1:02.05.
- Men's 100m Breaststroke SB14: Ukraine's Andrii Trusov stunned the crowd with a blistering world record of 1:04.38.
- Women's 4x100m Freestyle Relay S14: Great Britain's quartet of Jessica-Jane Applegate, Bethany Firth, Louise Fiddes, and Zara Mullooly shattered the world record with a time of 4:03.45.
Track and Field
- Men's Long Jump T64: Germany's Markus Rehm soared to a world record distance of 8.16m, securing the gold medal.
- Women's 100m T63: Switzerland's Elena Kratter sprinted to victory with a world record time of 14.46s.
- Men's 4x100m Relay T42: Poland's team of Bartosz Tkaczyk, Kamil Kosiek, Marcin Andrzejewski, and Filip Laszuk set a world record time of 42.89s.
Other Sports
- Boccia BC4: Brazil's Ivanildo Gomes dos Santos claimed the gold medal and set a new world record with a score of 11-0 in the final.
- Wheelchair Tennis Women's Singles: Japan's Yui Kamiji captured the title with a world record score of 6-0, 6-0 in the final.
- Paracanoe KL1: New Zealand's Scott Martlew earned the gold medal with a world record time of 47.66s in the 200m event.
These exceptional achievements showcased the unwavering spirit of Paralympic athletes, inspiring millions worldwide with their resilience and determination.
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